The Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding and Logistics Limited (HAFFA) last week elected Gary Lau of Jet-Speed Air Cargo Forwarders (HK) Limited as chairman for a two-year term at its annual general meeting, held on 27 April. HAFFA said it has been an ‘extraordinarily busy' year for what has been an unprecedented time: "When COVID-19 vaccines became available at the end of 2020, the group immediately called on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAD) to prioritise the facilitation of … [Read more...] about HAFFA elects Jet-Speed’s Gary Lau as new chairman
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Dutch multimodal shipper forms air freight division
Multimodal shipping firm Samskip has launched its own air freight forwarding division. The European company, which offers rail, road, short-sea and inland waterway options and freight forwarding services, opened its Samskip Air office at Schiphol Airport on 1 May. The team will be tasked with growing the air freight volume that Samskip already books, establishing new routes and developing partnerships on its pan-European multimodal network. “Schiphol is a global gateway for air freight … [Read more...] about Dutch multimodal shipper forms air freight division
Dimerco switches modes for just-in-time delivery to Morocco
Taiwan-based forwarder Dimerco delivered high-density cargo from China to Morocco four days ahead of the deadline by making changes to the planned transport mode in response to delays at Ningbo Port. As vessels got cancelled due to Covid-19, causing delays to cargo bound for North Africa, the Dimerco team found an alternative solution for its customer, a manufacturer of high-end automotive parts and accessories. With late delivery equating to expensive production down time, the team worked … [Read more...] about Dimerco switches modes for just-in-time delivery to Morocco
Dachser Shanghai obtains CEIV Pharma certification
Press release Dachser’s Shanghai team received the Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma) certification from IATA in March, including its branch at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG). With this certification, Dachser Shanghai joins a very close circle of few logistics companies in the region to be recognised by IATA for the transport of temperature-controlled and time-sensitive products. The CEIV Pharma certificate ensures that infrastructure, … [Read more...] about Dachser Shanghai obtains CEIV Pharma certification
CEVA eyes 40 air freight stations to up healthcare logistics
On World Health Day, CEVA Logistics announced a new subbrand for its healthcare logistics services, as it aims to place the patient at the center of the supply chain. Aptly named FORPATIENTS, the new subbrand will provide end-to-end logistics solutions to healthcare and pharmaceutical companies, including temperature-sensitive solutions, pharma and biopharma, medical devices, consumer health, hospital and home care, as well as diagnostic and laboratory services. Also read: CEVA Logistics … [Read more...] about CEVA eyes 40 air freight stations to up healthcare logistics
Cargo iQ to members: ‘Create and they will follow’
Cargo iQ, a nonprofit interest group backed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), has announced a renewed focus on expanding its reach and coverage and piloting projects this year, as part of its efforts to provide full visibility for the air cargo supply chain. This initiative, announced during its recent annual general meeting, is part of its mission to measure 100 percent of shipments along its ‘master operating plan’ (MOP), including introducing trucking milestones, to … [Read more...] about Cargo iQ to members: ‘Create and they will follow’